The Peak District
Escape to rolling hills, limestone valleys and charming villages, all within easy reach of home. Enjoy scenic walks, village cafés and time to unwind on a relaxed campervan break.
You don’t have to drive to the other end of the country to feel away from it all. The Peak District gives you open hills, winding valleys and somewhere good to stop for lunch, within easy reach of the Midlands.
Make Hope Valley your base and settle in for three nights. There is no need to pack up for a different campsite each morning. Walk a ridge, follow an old railway trail or spend an afternoon in a village café. Your campervan and a warm drink are waiting when you get back.
A shape for the days.
Hope Valley
Collect your campervan and head north for an easy first evening in Hope. Get settled, take a village stroll and leave the bigger plans for tomorrow.
- Hope village and its cafés and pubs.
- A short valley walk to stretch your legs after the drive.
- Your first supper in the campervan, with the hills outside.
OvernightLaneside Caravan Park, Hope,
Castleton and the hills
Walk across Bleaklow’s open moorland to discover the wreckage of the American aircraft “Over Exposed”, near Higher Shelf Stones. A memorable day combining Peak District scenery with a poignant piece of aviation history.
- Castleton’s stone cottages and independent shops.
- A pre-booked cavern visit for a different view of the Peaks.
- Mam Tor for a hill walk in suitable conditions.
OvernightNorth Lees Campsite, Hathersage
Bakewell and the Monsal Trail
Swap the ridgeline for a gentler day. Wander Bakewell, choose something from a bakery and follow a section of the Monsal Trail on foot or by bike. Turn back whenever you fancy; this is your day, not a distance challenge.
- Bakewell’s riverside and a proper Bakewell pudding.
- A traffic-free stretch of the Monsal Trail.
- Monsal Head for a view across the valley.
OvernightGreenhills Holiday Park, Bakewell
Breakfast, then home
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at Greenhills before heading back to Walsall. If your agreed return time allows, stop for a final stroll beside the River Wye in Bakewell.
- A peaceful morning and breakfast at your pitch.
- A final riverside stroll in Bakewell, if time allows.
- The journey home with memories of your Peak District adventure.
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Before you go
- Mileage
- Allow approximately 220–300 miles overall, including Walsall travel and local exploring.
- Fuel
- Fill up before heading into the hills; use the larger towns for supplies.
- Ferries and tolls
- None required on the suggested route.
- Best months
- All year around
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